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Is there a start up procedure I should adhere to after putting it a together; replacing impeller, head gasket, thermostat, fuel lines, carb kit, plugs…? I’ve not done points or changed the plug wires at this moment

I concur-watching some grow as we speak👍

Yes I’ve encountered stainless screws in my travels while trying to revive my force and successfully getting her wet again

You’re a rockstar! Thank you!!

Need torque sequence for re assembly of power head if anyone’s got ?? I’ve replaced the impeller -not much to it at all..

Not necessarily. But…if it were me; I’d check/replace head gasket just to rule that out( they’re relatively cheap and available and not that difficult of job) then as you have the cover off you can visually inspect each cylinder to some degree. Check for gauges and scores turning the motor as it...

Thank you-just what I was looking for..

Hello all Wanted to know a good starting point for setting carb after doing a carb kit; how many turns out on, other adjustments etc?? Thanks in advance

Doing a rebuild on my 1988 force 125hp brought me both patience and joy after inventing several different cuss words

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Great info; thank you so much!

I thank you very much for the advise and video !

Hey all I’ve recently acquired this vintage 5.5hp and after starting to comb through it, I came to a halt after trying to drop the lower unit for inspection. Is there a pin or some trick to release it?? Seems stuck. Thanx

I’ve had a senior moment back when I was doing a rebuild and something I did had fried my tach rectifier temp gauge so I read somewhere or maybe someone suggested putting an inline fuse from ignition to all instruments-my two cents

Your float has a hole in it if I’m not mistaken and yes the tube needs to make contact

Post a good vid with the motor running

I used a mirror edge to check the mating surfaces. Fine sand paper and sealer; lots of cursing at first but turned into a worthwhile learning experience lol

1.25 turns out is a good start; then adjust from there. Really important the floats are set correct though and no debris blocking the needles from movement.

I had 14 bolts break on me and they are not hard to snap!because I was impatient ! It may be a record. It was a salt water motor though. Use patience and care along with some heat and penetrating oil. It’s not a hard job. Tapping on each bolt doesn’t hurt as you go either-good luck

When’s the last time you’ve replaced head gasket?